Learning what 10 acres in the foothills of East Tennessee has to teach as I trudge clumsily back to the land.

Wednesday, January 21, 2009

An indispensable tool

One of my gardening books says that the wheelbarrow was invented in China around 150 A.D. It was designed to carry military supplies. The first agricultural wheelbarrows were found in Europe in the 13th century.

My wood-toting wheelbarrow came into being in 1989 A.D. after I took the frame and handles from a rusted out barrow and converted it into the perfect wood-hauler. I would probably have to give up our wood stove if I didn't have this contraption. My ax and splitting maul fit perfectly on the handles and the little bucket in front holds wedges and sharpening files.

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About Me

After a career in newspapers and living in suburbs and cities all of our lives, my wife and I moved to a heavily wooded 10 acres in the Deerfield community of Louisville, Tennessee. We eagerly learn what this 10 acres has to teach.

Enlightenment

Barn Rules

If you unlock it, lock it back.If you open it, close it.If you borrow it, return it.If you don't know, ask.If you drive it, check the oil.If you lose it, replace it.If it doesn't concern you, don't mess with it.If you turn it on, turn it off.If you break it, fix it.If you move it, put it back.If you throw it down, pick it up.If you ride it, feed it.If it drinks water, give it some.If you fall off, get back on.